Raspy skate [Sympterygia bonapartii]
Description
The Raspy skate is a species of fish in the family Arhynchobatidae. It is found in the southwestern Atlantic Ocean, specifically in Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. This species inhabits the shallow waters of continental shelves. Its distinguishing features include a rough dorsal surface with a row of thorns along the midline of the body and tail.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Cartilaginous Fish
Chondrichthyes
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| Order |
Skates
Rajiformes
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| Family |
Softnose Skates
Arhynchobatidae
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| Genus |
Sympterygia Skates
Sympterygia
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